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Apparatus for generating thrust using a two dimensional, asymmetrical capacitor module

US6411493B1 · kind B1 · utility

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Filing dateSep 20, 2001
Grant dateJun 25, 2002
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Expiry dateSep 20, 2021

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  • Technology area (CPC F)Mechanical Engineering; Lighting; Heating
  • CPC primaryF03H99/00
  • WIPO fieldElectrical machinery, apparatus, energy
  • WIPO sectorElectrical engineering

Abstract

An asymmetrical capacitor module for generating thrust includes two conductive elements of similar but different geometries separated by a dielectric member. Improved embodiments provided in the construction of conductive elements of smaller axial extent include those where the element is formed by an annular wire or a dielectric supported ring. Other embodiments concern the dielectric member and involve changes in the extent and shape thereof.

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